Nobility, without virtue, is a fine setting without a gem

Goodness is equally hateful to the wicked, as vice is to the virtuous.

The fruition of what is unlawful must be followed by remorse. The core sticks in the throat after the apple is eaten, and the sated appetite loathes the interdicted pleasure for which innocence was bartered.

Bright was the summer of 1296. The war which had desolated Scotland was then at an end.

If cowardice were not so completely a coward as to be unable to look steadily upon the effects of courage, he would find that there is no refuge so sure as dauntless valor.

we never know the blessings bestowed on us until we are separated from the possession of them.

The best manner of avenging ourselves is by not resembling him who has injured us.